Psychological Therapist

Psychological Therapists are clinicians trained in a specific therapy model to treat mental health difficulties. Depending on their training, they may work with children, adults, older adults, offenders or people with physical health conditions. They assess clients’ needs and deliver structured therapy tailored to their specific population. Often based in multidisciplinary teams, they focus on using one main approach to reduce distress and improve wellbeing.

 

What the Role Involves

As a Psychological Therapist, you would: 

  • Client Work: Conduct assessments and formulate cases for clients in your specialty (e.g. adults in IAPT, young people in schools, older adults, etc.). You then deliver individual, or group therapy according to your model.  

  • Collaboration: Work closely with other professionals (PWPs, psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers) within your setting. You contribute to care planning and may provide case consultations. As part of a team, you help create and implement overall treatment plans. 

  • Documentation and Outcomes: Keep detailed records of therapy progress and outcomes. Many psychological therapies in the NHS use routine outcome measures, so therapists often collect data to monitor improvement. 

  • Varied Settings: Psychological Therapists can work in a variety of NHS services – for instance, talking therapies clinics, hospital liaison services, community mental health teams, schools or probation services. Work may involve one-to-one therapy sessions, therapy groups, or structured workshops. 

 

Career Progression Opportunities

With experience Qualified Psychological Therapists, can progress to senior specialist or management roles. For example, they may become Lead Therapists, overseeing a therapy team, or Clinical Leads shaping service delivery. Therapists often develop clinical specialisms (e.g. perinatal, trauma, substance misuse) or pursue further accreditation in additional therapies (e.g. obtaining BABCP accreditation). Some advance into roles in service development, training other therapists, or clinical research. 

 

Why Work at GMMH

 GMMH’s psychological services are known for collaborative practice and professional growth. As a therapist here, you will benefit from comprehensive clinical supervision and peer support. GMMH’s commitment to CPD means your training will be well-supported. Our research teams mean you’ll find opportunities to share ideas or get involved in innovative projects. Plus, working across urban and rural Greater Manchester, you’ll have variety in clinical settings and the chance to serve diverse communities. At GMMH we pride ourselves on inclusive, patient-centred care – making it an excellent place to build a rewarding therapy career. 

As a patient

As a service user, relative or carer using our services, sometimes you may need to turn to someone for help, advice, and support. 

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